How Oscillation Benefits Tractors | Ventrac FlexFrame Explained
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Ventrac FlexFrame Explained | How Oscillation Benefits Tractors
Everyone knows the Ventrac tractor articulates to turn, but the frame also oscillates, making it respond to the terrain differently from your typical compact tractor.
Most machines have a straight frame with front axles that are either rigid or suspended from the frame. The machine then has to rely on that suspension to contour to the ground. When an obstacle like a rut or hole is encountered with a traditional compact tractor, this creates a very unstable work environment and makes it difficult to navigate without operator disturbance. However, the Ventrac operator will barely feel it as they crawl over that hole with no problems, and here’s why.
The center of the Ventrac pivots in two dimensions allowing it to articulate at turns and oscillate to hug the terrain. This movement keeps consistent ground pressure on all four corners of the tractor. This improves traction, stability, and maneuverability no matter what terrain you’re working on.
The Ventrac has the ability to raise one wheel up to 8 inches off the ground before any of the other three wheels leave the ground. In addition, because the Ventrac oscillates to contour to the ground, there is no need for locking differentials as most other tractors use. The Ventrac, in turn, is much more delicate on the turf that it’s working on.
We often get comments from people saying they are very comfortable operating the tractor. The most common statement is that it is one of the most comfortable machines they’ve ever driven. Immediately most operators believe the comfort comes from the seat. And while the tractor’s seat is high quality, most of the operator comfort comes from the frame contouring to the terrain beneath you.
The unique qualities of the FlexFrame give it a naturally low center of gravity and very low ground pressure. With no massive changes in ground pressure, you’re less likely to leave ruts or indentations. This is why most golf courses, where the grass is very short, and the standards are very high, operate a Ventrac.
And the advantages of the FlexFrame and oscillation that we’ve been talking about can also extend to the versatility of the Ventrac for other jobs like trenching, stump grinding, sod cutting, aerating, leaf removal, and more.
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TOUGH CUT: www.ventrac.com/products/atta...
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00:00 What is Oscillation?
02:05 Ramp Experiment/Explanation
05:05 Why We Don't Have Locking Differentials
05:44 Oscillation-Operator Comfort
06:58 Oscillation-Center of Gravity
08:12 Navigating Uneven Grounds
10:28 Versatility
11:12 Visit Ventrac.com
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That is one of the best videos you have made,Thank you
@ventrac
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
Excellent video and exactly why I purchased one, thank you !
@ventrac
Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
When you build the 4560, put in bigger axles and wheels so no removing tires to use the Versa Loader Then make the hood and side panels one piece. :)
@keystoneraillink2110
Жыл бұрын
And add a two pump system to contend with steiner’s
@ventrac
Жыл бұрын
Check out our new loader, it doesn't require duals to be removed! www.ventrac.com/products/attachments/km500 Thanks for the suggestion!
Does Ventrac have plans to include a forrestry mulcher attachment? Not the bush hog kind. I'm referring to the spinning drum kind. thanks!
Most traditional compact tractors have a pivoting front axle... How much does that help with ground pressure and keeping all the tires on the ground?
I approve this video...no other tractor in earth compares to this beauty. And the ramp too.
@ventrac
Жыл бұрын
We agree!
Happy with mine! Can we get a dual hydraulic valve installation video?!
@ventrac
Жыл бұрын
That's a great idea! I'll send that Aaron's way!
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I know there must be a reason why the Tough Cut Deck Isn't a horizontal flail. I'd like to know why!
@ventrac
Жыл бұрын
The tough cut is rotary blades because it provides the best combination of performance, durability, and speed while NOT being astronomically expensive. Plus, we already have a separate attachment that is a Flail Mower :)
@cerberus2881
Жыл бұрын
@@ventrac I'm just talking about segmented blades like a bush hog deck has, but okay.
Greet machines but they are just to expensive
Take a look at this video from TLC Homestead at 6:40 to about 6:49 min. The Ventrac appears to be hopping across the ground like it has a rigid frame. kzread.info/dash/bejne/Za2LktSgYda2j5s.html Can you please explain what we are seeing.
@keystoneraillink2110
Жыл бұрын
The frame operates kinda like a 2 axis stabilizer. With there being a two point linkage at the articulation point of the tractor, it is in a sense rigid on the Y-axis. In that video, he’s operating a heavy attachment (power rake) on a slope. His frame is straightened out enough to where we see some counter balancing action that’s lifting both rear wheels before it can oscillate and get one of the wheels back on the ground. I’ve had the same experience on a Steiner 430 and ventrac 4131
@johnevans6053
Жыл бұрын
@@keystoneraillink2110 Thank you, I wasn't considering that it was rigid in the front-back direction (y-axis).
@lawncommander
Жыл бұрын
the weight of the power rake is in the lifted position, going down hill like that it compounds the leverage and the rear half of the Ventrac is light, that's why Bradly Blue Cord when he's doing stuff he has the slip scope on the back for use and for ballast
I know and Toro owns you guys i don't know how the quality of it is if there exmark are plenty around i might look into it because hustler turf mowers keep leaving it in the sun and rain.
@ventrac
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your concern and a great question! Quality has not changed since Toro bought Ventrac. You can demo one with a local dealer here www.ventrac.com/dealers
@krististanley8508
Жыл бұрын
@@ventrac Wait, you actually understood what he was saying?
That’s like $200 worth of steel. And, probably close to 3 hours of labor and laser or plasma table time as well. I’m beginning to see why there are tons negative comments about cost.